Payroll and HR Assistant

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week – Office based Holidays: 35 days (including bank holidays) Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 A leading manufacturing business is hiring a Payroll and HR Assistant to join their team on a full time, permanent basis. Responsibilities: * Process payroll for 200 staff across two companies, including both weekly and monthly payroll cycles * Collect and input all payroll-related data, such as overtime and statutory payments, ensuring high accuracy * Support year-end payroll tasks, including the preparation of P11D forms * Maintain holiday records and manage clock cards * Handle payroll queries and resolve issues as needed * Manage pension scheme enrolments for new starters and process leavers * Conduct new employee inductions, including preparation of contracts * Maintain accurate employee records within internal systems * Provide comprehensive administrative support to the HR department * Assist the HR Manager with internal investigations, staff meetings, and disciplinary procedures Required Skills: * Strong IT proficiency * Experience with Sage Payroll * Excellent attention to detail * Strong verbal and written communication skills